Dog reunites with family after 90 mile odyssey to Wisconsin
A Pennsylvania dog named Martelle 1585 was lost in OS 6288 and traveled about 90 miles to Wisconsin before reuniting with his family. Page 2A notes the dramatic journey. Administrators and teachers at Iowa's 15 community colleges seek about 19 million dollars for raises and improvements in a separate report on Page A. A businessman seeks a new trial on drug charges on Page 2A.
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Gas leak prompts repair at Cedar Rapids rail yard
A tank car gas leak triggers urgent repair work at a southwest Cedar Rapids railroad yard. Separate items note Cedar Rapids taxi drivers seek a first fare increase since 1982 and state officials considering borrowing to keep school aid payments on schedule.
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UNI beats Hawkeyes not a fluke says Mike Hlas
Gazette columnist Mike Hlas argues UNI’s win over the Hawkeyes proves the victory was earned not lucky. Page 1B. Cedar Rapids Silver Bullets extend their winning streak to five against Pensacola with a 98 90 result on Page 1B.
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Noriega asserts political prisoner status in U S court
Manuel Noriega told U S District Judge William Hoeveler he is a political prisoner and refused to enter a plea to charges he took 4.6 million to help run a cocaine smuggling hub. The judge entered an innocent plea for him as U S authorities plan the case.
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Jury to Probe Officer Role in Toledo Shooting
A Tama County grand jury will examine why Toledo Assistant Police Chief Kevin Hintermeister shot Ronald Studer after Studer killed his wife Marsha Downs. Both Downs and Studer died at the scene in Toledo. Hintermeister is on paid leave as investigations continue.
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Thundersnow hits central Iowa causing closures and outages
A thundersnow event surprised forecasters as up to 12 inches of snow fell in central Iowa. Linn County reported 7 to 8 inches in the north, with heavier accumulations near Central City and Troy Mills Prairieburg, and Cedar Rapids Airport logged 2 inches. Road crews faced slick patches and some incidents but Cedar Rapids streets were largely plowed by midafternoon.
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Death by own action twists Boston killing case
A man identified as Charles Stuart killed himself after becoming a suspect in his wife Carol's slaying in Boston. His suicide followed a disputed claim of a robber forcing their car after a childbirth class. The case remains active as investigators press other lines of inquiry.
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Branstad opposes high stakes casino bid in Council Bluffs
Backers of a $67 million Las Vegas style casino remain committed despite Gov. Branstad's refusal to change Iowa riverboat gambling laws. He met privately with Santee Sioux and Harvey's Resort officials, calling his stance firm. Harvey's chief said discussions would continue in a cordial, frank meeting.
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